George Crowe
Born: 3/22/1921 in Whiteland, IN, USA
Died: 1/18/2011 in Rancho Cordova, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1952-04-16 | Final Game: 1961-04-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: George Daniel Crowe
Biography
George Crowe was a professional baseball player born in 1921, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during his career from 1952 to 1961. Primarily recognized for his role as a position player, Crowe appeared in 702 games, during which he compiled 467 hits, achieved 81 home runs, and drove in 299 runs, finishing with a batting average of .27. His contributions on the field were highlighted by his ability to deliver key performances, earning him a selection to the All-Star Game during his career.
Crowe's playing era coincided with a dynamic period in baseball history, characterized by the gradual integration of the sport and the transition away from the deadball era. Known for his power at the plate, he was a formidable competitor, utilizing his skills to make a lasting impression on the game. Although his career included limited base-stealing prowess, with only 3 stolen bases, Crowe's overall offensive capabilities helped him establish a reputation as a reliable run producer. His legacy remains as a testament to the diverse talents that shaped the game during the 1950s and early 1960s.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 181.0 | 160.0 | 32.0 | 60.0 | 8.0 | 5.0 | 8.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.375 | 0.444 | 0.637 | 1.081 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 87.0 | 78.0 | 20.0 | 28.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 19.0 | 8.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0.359 | 0.419 | 0.628 | 1.047 |
| 1948 | 94.0 | 82.0 | 12.0 | 32.0 | 5.0 | 2.0 | 4.0 | 6.0 | 12.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0.390 | 0.468 | 0.646 | 1.114 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 702 | 1727 | 215 | 467 | 70 | 12 | 81 | 299 | 3 | 159 | 246 | 0.270 | 0.333 | 0.466 | 0.799 | 3436.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | BSN | NL | 73 | 217 | 25 | 56 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 0 | 18 | 25 | 0.258 | 79.2 |
| 1953 | ATL | NL | 47 | 42 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | ATL | NL | 104 | 303 | 41 | 85 | 12 | 4 | 15 | 55 | 1 | 45 | 44 | 0.281 | 1199.7 |
| 1956 | CIN | NL | 77 | 144 | 22 | 36 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 23 | 0 | 11 | 28 | 0.250 | 224.1 |
| 1957 | CIN | NL | 133 | 494 | 71 | 134 | 20 | 1 | 31 | 92 | 1 | 32 | 62 | 0.271 | 1192.9 |
| 1958 | CIN | NL | 111 | 345 | 31 | 95 | 12 | 5 | 7 | 61 | 1 | 41 | 51 | 0.275 | 288.9 |
| 1959 | STL | NL | 77 | 103 | 14 | 31 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 29 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 0.301 | 474.5 |
| 1960 | STL | NL | 73 | 72 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 0.236 | -22.5 |
| 1961 | STL | NL | 7 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 407 | 319 | 3143 | 283 | 36 | 279 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | BSN | 1B | 55 | 0 | 476 | 42 | 8 | 40 |
| 1953 | ML1 | 1B | 9 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1955 | ML1 | 1B | 79 | 77 | 677 | 61 | 8 | 62 |
| 1956 | CIN | 1B | 32 | 25 | 225 | 25 | 3 | 15 |
| 1957 | CIN | 1B | 120 | 117 | 932 | 86 | 11 | 86 |
| 1958 | CIN | 1B | 93 | 87 | 713 | 53 | 6 | 65 |
| 1958 | CIN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1959 | SLN | 1B | 14 | 11 | 82 | 12 | 0 | 9 |
| 1960 | SLN | 1B | 5 | 2 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 407 |
| Second Base | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Indianapolis | Indianapolis | IN | 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943 |